Problem
Read the following articles below to answer the discussion questions and feel free to include your own experiences.
A. Diet Review: Ketogenic Diet for Weight Loss.
B. The Ketogenic Diet: A Breakdown.
Task
A. What biological mechanisms occur in the body when it is starved of glucose?
a. Why might this aid in weight loss or improve insulin sensitivity?
B. What side-effects are expected when following this diet properly?
C. What deficiencies can occur on this diet?
D. What are the potential dangers?
E. What are the long-term consequences?
F. Consider whether or not you would try this diet and feel free to share your thoughts.